Pwason Fritay (haitian Style Fried Fish)
Pwason Fritay, or Haitian Style Fried Fish, is a popular dish in Haitian cuisine. The fish is seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and then fried to perfection, resulting in a crispy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 whole fish (such as snapper or tilapia), cleaned and scaled
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the cleaned fish in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat the fish evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the coated fish in the hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fried fish from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the pwason fritay hot with lime wedges and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
Supplies
Shallow dish Large skillet Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Serve the pwason fritay with a side of pikliz (Haitian spicy slaw) and fried plantains.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the fish to achieve a crispy exterior.
Cost
$15